If you've been eager to get into your own kind of death game in the Sword Art Online universe, Echoes of Aincrad is likely to deliver on your every wish. With 52 total achievements to hunt down, there is plenty to keep completionists busy. Whether you are looking to master every weapon type or explore every corner of the map, this guide will help you track your progress toward that elusive Platinum trophy.
The Road to Nameless Hero
The ultimate goal is the Nameless Hero achievement, which unlocks once you have earned every other trophy in the game. To get there, you will need to balance combat, exploration, and social links with the game's cast.
Combat and Progression
Many achievements in Echoes of Aincrad are tied to your combat proficiency. You will need to reach Player Lv. 100 and defeat 100 bosses throughout your playthrough. Additionally, keep an eye out for hidden Ark bosses to unlock the Seal Breaker achievement and grant yourself access to new areas.
Weapon mastery is also key. You must learn all Sword Skills for each weapon type—Rapier, Dagger, Mace, Two-Handed Sword, and Two-Handed Axe—and raise at least one skill to its maximum level to unlock Battle Master.
Database and Crafting
As you explore, you will need to flesh out your Database. This logs everything you interact with, including items, monsters, equipment, and characters. Make sure to talk to everyone and fight every unique enemy you encounter to ensure you hit the requirements for Association Archivist and the various "Walking" and "Professor" database achievements.
Crafting is equally important. You will need to use Crafting Manuals at the Smithy and the Item Seller to create equipment and consumables. Don't forget to upgrade one weapon to its final tier to earn Artisan's Pride.
Visible Achievement List
| Name | Task |
|---|---|
| Welcome to Sword Art Online | Visit the Town of Beginnings for the first time. |
| Aincrad's Beacon | Complete a variety of side quests. |
| Incorrigible Wealth | Acquire 1,000,000 or more Col. |
| The Smithy's Favorite Customer | Use a Crafting Manual to create a piece of equipment. |
| The Item Seller's Favorite Customer | Use a Crafting Manual to create a consumable. |
| Boss Killer | Defeat 100 bosses. |
| Proficient Player | Reach Player Lv. 100. |
| A Strong Lifeline | Reach the maximum limit of Healing Crystals. |
| 1st Floor Trailblazer | Unlock a variety of maps on the 1st Floor. |
| 2nd Floor Pioneer | Unlock a variety of maps on the 2nd Floor. |
Hidden Achievements
The hidden achievements are largely tied to your progression through the story and your relationships with key characters. You will unlock these by discovering new locations and forming partnerships.
- City Exploration: Visit Horunka, Tolbana, Urbus, Marome, and Taran to trigger their respective discovery trophies.
- Partnerships: Become partners with Kirito, Asuna, Agil, Silica, Lisbeth, and Klein as you progress through the main story.
- The Finale: Unlock The Order of the Cherry Blossom by finishing the game, and Those Who Transcend Death by defeating the final boss, the Tezca Death Wielder.